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Effective communication in technical settings is essential for engineers. Whether it’s writing documentation, giving presentations, or collaborating with global teams, engineers must be able to use English clearly and precisely.
1. Technical Vocabulary
Common Engineering Terms
Algorithm: A step-by-step procedure for solving a problem.
Database: A structured set of data held in a computer.
Protocol: A set of rules for data transmission.
Latency: Delay in data processing or communication.
Debugging: The process of identifying and fixing bugs in software.
Field-Specific Examples
Software Engineering: API, Git, Compile, Runtime, Framework
Data Science: Regression, Overfitting, Feature, Model, AUC
Electrical Engineering: Circuit, Voltage, Current, Resistance, Oscilloscope
2. Documentation Language
Common Verbs
execute
Execute the command in terminal.
retrieve
Retrieve the data from the server.
configure
Configure the network settings.
deploy
Deploy the application to cloud.
Sentence Patterns
"To perform X, you must first..."
"The system is designed to..."
"This feature allows users to..."
3. Email & Collaboration Phrases
Requests & Clarifications
"Could you please confirm...?"
"Just following up on..."
"Let me clarify that..."
Status Updates
"The implementation is on track."
"We're encountering an issue with..."
"Estimated completion is next week."
4. Presentation Skills (Tech Talks)
Structure
Introduction: What is the problem?
Method: How did we approach it?
Results: What did we find?
Conclusion: What does it mean?
Key Phrases
"Let's walk through the architecture."
"As you can see from this chart..."
"In summary, our system improves..."
5. Common Mistakes & Tips
"He develop a software"
"He develops software"
"There have many bugs"
"There are many bugs"
"The program is error"
"The program has an error"
Tips:
Avoid overly complex vocabulary
Prioritize clarity over formality
Use visuals to supplement explanations
Mastering technical English empowers engineers to write better code comments, collaborate globally, and document their work for impact and longevity.
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